1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 780 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
Model | 100 | Element |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |